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https://www.espncricinfo.com/story/brydon-carse-three-month-ban-betting-breaches-1435983

England fast bowler hit with suspension after cooperating with
anti-corruption investigation

Brydon Carse, the Durham and England fast bowler, has been handed a
three-month ban after an anti-corruption investigation by the newly
formed Cricket Regulator.

Carse, who accepted the charges and cooperated with the independent
regulatory body, was found to have breached ECB gambling regulations by
placing 303 bets on various cricket matches between 2017 and 2019. He
did not bet on games he was playing in but, according to a report in the Telegraph, did place money on Durham games.

After taking into account mitigating factors, Carse was banned for 16
months with 13 months suspended. He will be unable to play until August
28, ruling him out of potential involvement in England's Test series
against West Indies.

An ECB spokesperson said: "We take these matters extremely seriously and
do not condone any form of anti-corruption breach in cricket.

"We support the Cricket Regulator's decision and their consideration of
the mitigating factors in Brydon's case. He has co-operated and shown
remorse for his actions. We are satisfied that Brydon has shown growth
in the five years since this breach and has demonstrated a greater understanding of his responsibilities.

"We are hopeful that his case can serve as an educational example for
other cricketers."

Carse, 28, has been capped 17 times in limited-overs internationals by
England and was called up to their squad for the 50-over World Cup in
India last year. He was given a two-year deal in the ECB's last round of central contracts.

Although he has yet to be involved in the Test set-up, he was part of
the group of seam bowlers namechecked by Rob Key last year as central to England's planning across formats, with the retirements of James
Anderson and Stuart Broad set to create greater opportunities in
red-ball cricket.

Dave Lewis, the Cricket Regulator's interim director, said: "The Cricket Regulator takes any breach of integrity or misconduct rules seriously
and I would encourage any participant, from within the professional
game, who has gambled on cricket to come forward and not wait to be
discovered.

"The Cricket Regulator understands the many challenges participants can
face and will handle cases fairly, with understanding and support for
anyone who wishes to come forward. We also encourage any participant
struggling with any welfare concerns to seek assistance from the PCA or
other trusted professional source."

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